Merchandising Associate Part Time (HALIFAX)

The Home Depot Canada; Halifax; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Home Depot Canada is seeking Merchandising Execution Associates to support in-store merchandising, planogram maintenance, and displays to enhance the customer experience. The MEA works in teams with on-site supervision across store departments to execute projects safely and efficiently.

Responsibilities include reading plans, building displays, updating signage, and assisting customers with product needs. A flexible schedule and adherence to safety policies are expected in Halifax stores.

Qualifications

• Must have a GED or high school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 1 year of relevant work experience.
• Basic computer skills and ability to use web-based applications.

Responsibilities

• Merchandising: general service, tasking, packdown, and projects per planogram and service guidelines.
• Read and interpret directions to ensure merchandise is set as instructed.
• Straighten and merchandise products for visual appeal.
• Maintain planograms and display materials in the store.
• Build displays and fixtures using basic hand tools.
• Update price labels and signage as needed; replace damaged or missing labels.
• Interact with customers and assist with product needs.
• Conduct inspections and follow safety procedures.
• Complete training and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Communications

Team collaboration

Customer focus

Decision making

Execution & motivation

Action oriented

Education

GED

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

None

Job description

Are you someone who thrives on helping others succeed, enjoys making an impact, and takes pride in guiding customers to the right solutions for their projects? If you’re also naturally curious and eager to keep learning, consider starting or growing your career with us at The Home Depot.

Position Overview

Merchandising Execution Associates (MEAs) perform in-store merchandising service activities such as merchandising projects, planogram maintenance, overhead organization, and display/signage maintenance designed to enhance the customer experience. MEAs execute merchandising strategies and ensure product is displayed correctly to drive sales and maximize inventory turns. MEAs work in teams with on-site supervision, and provide service to multiple departments in the stores. These associates execute approved general bay service, tasking, projects and resets safely, accurately and efficiently. MEAs must build and maintain strong relationships with store associates and provide superior customer service to both internal and external customers.

Key Responsibilities

Merchandising: General Service, Tasking, Packdown, and Projects

• Read and interpret directions to ensure merchandise is set to the planogram, project instructions, program service requirements and general service guidelines
• Straighten, clean and merchandise product to ensure merchandise is presented in a visually appealing manner
• Maintain copy of most recent planogram inside upright beam adjacent to product set
• Build displays and fixtures using basic hand tools
• Maintain, order, and install display material/signage/brochures
• Follow directions and processes to conduct accurate price and label changes. Replace incorrect, damaged, or missing price labels.
• Maintain aisle
• Utilize store systems to access key merchandising reports. Read, interpret, and execute action based on findings.
• Maintain bay service records and other documentation as directed.
• Execute one off projects as required by store, district, and regional leadership.

Customer Service

• Maintain aisle cleanliness so that merchandise is accessible and customers are able to move throughout the aisles easily
• Partner with store leadership to markdown all damaged or un-sellable merchandise
• Answer questions regarding the store and products for the customers.
• Partner with store associates to find necessary products to fit the customer's needs.

Other

• Partner with store representative to conduct inspections of returned and damaged items for Return to Vendor.
• Follow standard operating and safety procedures.
• Complete assigned training curriculum
• Other duties as assigned

Competencies

• Action Oriented
• Collaborates
• Communicates Effectively
• Customer Focus
• Decision Quality

Skills

• Basic computer skills with knowledge of web based applications.
• Interpersonal skills, working on teams, with heavy reliance on team to accomplish goals.
• Follows safety policies and procedures. Identifies and corrects safety hazards.
• Attention to Detail: Stays attentive and aware, catches errors before completing assignments, and maintains high quality standard for work.
• Drives Execution & Self Motivated: Demonstrates the ability to deliver results without close supervision despite a large workload, competing demands, and fast paced environment. Ensures tasks are completed on time, without error, and meet quality standards.

Direct Manager/Direct Reports

• Reports to Merchandising Execution Supervisor (MEAS)

Travel Requirements

• No travel requirements for this role

Physical Requirements

• Bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, lifting, pushing, pulling, and moving items

Working Conditions

• Working within a flexible schedule that typically starts early in the morning
• Warehouse environment that can be dusty and noisy
• Doors are frequently open, causing drafts and interior temperature changes

Minimum Education

• GED
• Highschool Diploma or Equivalent

Minimum Years Of Work Experience

• N/A

Minimum Leadership Experience

• N/A

Certifications

• N/A

Other Requirements/Assets

• 1 year of relevant working experience